Palmer plan handbook : volume one : an elementary treatise on the theory and practice of photoplay scenario writing (1922)

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Title:
Palmer plan handbook : volume one : an elementary treatise on the theory and practice of photoplay scenario writing
Date:
1922
Publisher:
Hollywood : Palmer Photoplay Corporation
Volume:
Palmer plan handbook : volume one : an elementary treatise on the theory and practice of photoplay scenario writing
Leaf #:
0009
Language:
English
Collection:
Books
Format:
Books
Contributor:
Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Date Added:
May 02, 2025
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Page CHAPTER XI 89 Development of Characterization. Getting acquainted with characters; after first analysis, play building starts ; gradual character development ; analysis rather than domination; from motive to effect; contrast breeds human drama; value of incidents; several contrasts. CHAPTER XII 97 Motive. Cause and effect ; definite examples of motive ; analyzing motive; characteristics revealed by actions; influence of one scene; importance of originality; a master craftsman's advice. CHAPTER XIII 103 Plot Development. The "old clothes men"; the beginning; avoiding the prologue; unity of time; retroactions; clearness of understanding; preparation ; "The Cup of Life" ; "Tol'able David" ; arousing expectancy; coincidence to be shunned; mystery subjects difficult ; atmosphere ; finish and reality ; correlating the plot movement. CHAPTER XIV Ill Plot Development. Contrast of locales; picture values; day and night scenes; contrast of the serious and comic ; parallel action ; "effects" in pictures ; movement ; ensembles ; time and experience ; climax and ending; disappointing results; importance of ending. SPARE TIME STUDY 121 SYMPATHY, IMAGINATION, KNOWLEDGE 122 CONCLUSION 123 [7]